Main Justice It’s Been a Year...
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Jan 20, 2026 Protests rage in Minnesota after President Trump's immigration policies spark outrage. The co-hosts discuss the potential invocation of the Insurrection Act and ongoing inquiries into local officials. A judge in Boston stands up for free speech, challenging government actions against noncitizen scholars. The alarming FBI raid on a journalist's home raises serious concerns about press freedoms and the safety of sources. Tune in later this week for insights on a pivotal congressional testimony!
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Erosion Of Rule Of Law Abroad And At Home
- Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord warn the administration's first year has aggressively undermined rule of law domestically and internationally.
- They link interference in foreign judicial matters and tariff threats to a broader erosion of legal norms.
Recording Officials Is Protected Speech
- Mary McCord describes repeated ICE surges and tactics aimed at intimidating protesters and observers in Minnesota.
- She emphasizes recording public officials is protected First Amendment activity and cannot justify arrests or stops.
Minnesota Judge Blocks ICE Retaliatory Tactics
- Judge in Minnesota issued a preliminary injunction finding ICE engaged in First and Fourth Amendment violations during protests.
- The ruling stressed following ICE lawfully and recording does not provide reasonable suspicion for stops or arrests.